ANATOMY

GENERAL ANATOMY

NERVOUS SYSTEM

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What does the neuron’s nucleus do?
A
Controls the actions of the neuron
B
Produces food for the neuron
C
Carries information from the cell body to other neuronsThis is a wrong answer
D
Controls speed of electrical signal through the axon
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The Nucleus of a neuron is an oval shaped membrane-bound structure found in the soma or body of the neuron. It contains the nucleolus and chromosomes, necessary for the coded production of proteins within the cell. The nucleolus of the nucleus produces ribosomes.

Detailed explanation-2: -In a neuron, the nucleus is responsible for cell function and regulation. The nucleus contains the DNA of the cell and produces ribosomes for production of protein. It’s the center of the neuron and contains organelles that help the cell work.

Detailed explanation-3: -The axon hillock is located at the end of the soma and controls the firing of the neuron.

Detailed explanation-4: -Axon – The long, thin structure in which action potentials are generated; the transmitting part of the neuron. After initiation, action potentials travel down axons to cause release of neurotransmitter.

Detailed explanation-5: -Specialized projections called axons allow neurons to transmit electrical and chemical signals to other cells. Neurons can also receive these signals via rootlike extensions known as dendrites.

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